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51% of Americans disapprove of Trump's migrant ban

CBS's new poll showed America just about split over Trump and some of his first key actions. As usual, the divide falls mostly along party lines.

Refugee ban: More people disapprove than approve of Trump's ban — 51% to 45%. And 57% think the temporary ban is against the nation's founding principles. However, most Republicans think it makes America safer.

SCOTUS Nominee: While 56% can't decide yet, more Americans think the Senate should confirm Gorsuch, than think they should vote against him.

Trump himself: 40% of Americans approve of Trump's work so far — the lowest approval rating of any president at this point in the presidency.

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